The “fifth wheel” in the name refers to the U-shaped coupling mounted onto the cargo bed of the tow truck. A pin-box on the front of the fifth wheel camping trailer locks onto the fifth wheel coupling on the truck. It’s similar to the device found on over-the-road tractors hauling commercial semi-trailers.

Some of the advantages of a fifth wheel camping trailer include: 

• Unequaled amount of storage for large, bulky items with the addition of the “pass-thru” area in the basement
• Very stable towing due to the fifth wheel hitch centering some of the weight of the RV directly over the rear axle of the tow truck  
• Many equipped with an auto-leveling system for easy setup
• The split-level design creates separate living spaces and added privacy
• Multiple slide-outs for kitchen, living area, bedroom and wardrobes
• Variety of floorplan layouts with bunkhouse models and models with dedicated office/hobby space
• Higher ceilings for more headspace and taller cabinets
• Once unhitched at the campsite, you have your vehicle for side trips
  

General Specs:

Length: Approximately 25 to 40 feet

Sleeps: Up to 9